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We are currently seeking a full-time Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologist for our Jacksonville, FL; Pensacola, FL; or Tampa, FL office. This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.

As an Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Scientist or Geologist, you will work on a wide range of projects in an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration at all levels, a culture of support, and professional growth. EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately and without limitations.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, you will:

• Manage and oversee project work associated with environmental investigations and remediation oversight under CERCLA, RCRA, and state-specific guidance.
• Lead technical teams working across multiple offices throughout the country, problem-solving, preparing plans and specifications, and meeting with clients and subcontractors.
• Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Develop Work Plans and/or Sampling and Analysis Plans.
• Conduct site investigation activities, including sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, vapor intrusion, soil gas, drinking water, and building materials.
• Lead Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Compile and interpret investigation data and write technical reports.
• Evaluate the feasibility of technologies, designing pilot/bench tests, and designing and implementing remedial/corrective actions.
• Provide environmental compliance support to senior regulatory specialists, including data collection for permitting and/or registration, data analysis, regulatory compliance evaluation, and assessment.
• Support marketing/business development efforts.
• Project sites may include Superfund sites, large and complex federal facilities, or military installations, and commercial or industrial properties.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 5+ years of environmental assessment/remediation experience.
• Experience performing and/or reviewing Phase I ESAs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of RCRA and CERCLA processes, including RI/FS, RD/RA, ROD, and LTM, with experience preparing and reviewing associated technical documentation.
• Experience supporting federal projects; prior work with DoD and/or Navy projects strongly preferred.
• Current OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER training and certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project support tools, with the ability to produce clear, high-quality deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and provide mentorship or technical guidance to junior staff.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and work ethic.
• Willingness and ability to travel in support of project needs, including overnight travel (approximately 30% regional travel).
• Valid U.S. driver's license with the ability to operate a vehicle for project-related travel.
• Strong focus on responsiveness, quality, and client service to support and maintain EnSafe's client relationships.

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• GIT Certification or PG Licensure

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work
  EnSafe's mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility. 
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that "safety is part of everything we do."
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment. 
• Challenging, Creative Work
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

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